Fr. Jerry Pokorsky: Magisterium of the Martyrs

By Fr. Jerry Pokorsky, Catholic Culture, Oct 20, 2025

 Fr. Jerry Pokorsky is a priest of the Diocese of Arlington who has also served as a financial administrator in the Diocese of Lincoln. Trained in business and accounting, he also holds a Master of Divinity and a Master’s in moral theology. Father Pokorsky co-founded both CREDO and Adoremus, two organizations deeply engaged in authentic liturgical renewal. He writes regularly for a number of Catholic websites and magazines. See full bio.

“When the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on earth?” (Lk. 18:8) Faith in Jesus fulfills and replaces the faith of the Chosen People. Faith accepts what God reveals through the teachings of the Church and responds according to His will. “I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me; and the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” (Gal. 2:20)

Faith and morality are inextricably linked. Our beliefs determine our morality, and our morality reveals our underlying beliefs. Even righteous unbelievers reveal their belief in the mysterious Truth.

Every form of belief relies on the authority of others. We have no direct personal knowledge that the earth revolves around the sun. Most are not members of the Flat Earth Society because we believe the testimony of knowledgeable scientists. Reliable authorities are necessary for reasonable faith—even in secular matters. ….

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